Lead Engineer, Photonics IC Software Design

1 week ago

Järfälla Municipality, Sweden Coherent Corp. Vietnam Full time

Primary Duties & Responsibilities 



Software Development & Leadership

  • Plan, design, and implement new software tools for optical and electronic test systems.
  • Lead development activities within projects when required and coordinate cross-functional collaboration.

System Design, Integrity & Automation

  • Contribute to the planning and design of new test setups.
  • Develop algorithms and software to enhance automation, efficiency, and data quality.

Process Control & Quality

  • Continuously review, improve, and formally release software updates across product development and manufacturing phases.
  • Ensure compliance with internal standards and requirements.
  • Data analysis to verify measurement quality and root cause issues.

Documentation & Communication

  • Provide and maintain comprehensive documentation for all test software projects.
  • Collaborate daily with on-site teams across multiple disciplines, including Chip Design, Wafer Fabrication, Process Engineering, Operations, Quality & Reliability, and Project Management.

Knowledge Sharing

  • Participate in ongoing knowledge transfer and contribute to building team expertise.

Education & Experience

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or another relevant field.
  • Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming (C#, C++, or Java).
  • Experience in electronics or opto-electronics test development is highly valued.
  • Experience in Python or MATLAB.
  • Experience with data analysis, modelling or simulations.
  • Fluent in English; Swedish proficiency is an advantage.

Skills & Personal Attributes

  • Proactive, quality-conscious, and solution-oriented.
  • Analytical and structured with a focus on achieving goals in dynamic environments.
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • Enjoys challenges and approaches tasks with creativity and curiosity.
  • Passionate about new technologies and continuous learning.
  • Interest in physics and popular science is a plus

Working Conditions

The role is based in Järfälla, Stockholm, combining lab/office work.

Culture Commitment

At Coherent, we live by our ICARE values:

  • Integrity: Create an environment of trust.
  • Collaboration: Innovate through sharing ideas.
  • Accountability: Own the process and the outcome.
  • Respect: Recognize the value in everyone.
  • Enthusiasm: Find a sense of purpose in your work.

We Offer

  • A dynamic, international environment.
  • An appreciative and collaborative corporate culture.
  • Unique technical challenges and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies.
  • Competitive compensation and above-average social benefits.

Recruitment Process

We review applications on an ongoing basis, and interviews may be scheduled before the final application deadline which is the 10th of Dec 2025.
Please note that due to a high volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to all candidates.
As part of our standard recruitment process, final candidates will undergo background checks and alcohol/drug testing in line with Coherent's policies.



Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

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